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“Are we just going to be a crowd of voices, or are we going to be a crowd of hands?”

Quote by Jennifer Pahlka

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Jennifer Pahlka

Jennifer Pahlka is an accomplished executive in the tech industry, known for her contributions to digital innovation and open government. Born in 1969, she is recognized for her role as the founding executive director of Code for America, an organization dedicated to improving government services through technology. Pahlka's career spans multiple domains, including software development, public policy, and entrepreneurship. more

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